Sideswipe
Sideswipe is a Uncommon Instant from Champions of Kamigawa (187) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {1}{R}. Color identity: R. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.24 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Sideswipe suits collectors and players working on Champions of Kamigawa who need the Uncommon slot. This is typically a low-cost slot for master sets; avoid overpaying unless you need a specific finish or near-mint condition.
What is Sideswipe from Champions of Kamigawa?
Sideswipe is a Instant in Champions of Kamigawa numbered 187. Mana cost {1}{R}. Color identity: R. Sideswipe (187) from Champions of Kamigawa should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from Champions of Kamigawa.
What is Sideswipe worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $0.24 for Sideswipe. Low and high spread runs $0.24 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.07; foil: $0.24; Normal: $0.22. This printing is from Champions of Kamigawa. Collector number 187 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Champions of Kamigawa |
|---|---|
| Number | 187 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.24 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.07 |
| cardmarket | $0.07 |
| foil | $0.24 |
| Normal | $0.22 |
Card stats
| Colors | R |
|---|
How collectible is Sideswipe?
Sideswipe is a Uncommon printing in Champions of Kamigawa. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from Champions of Kamigawa. Collector number 187 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon.
What are the key details for Sideswipe?
Sideswipe lists as Instant. Artist: Ron Spears. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Champions of Kamigawa. Collector number 187 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2004.
Cactaur's take
Sideswipe (187) from Champions of Kamigawa should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.
Pros
- Sideswipe is catalogued as Uncommon Instant in Champions of Kamigawa, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $0.24 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.07; foil: $0.24; Normal: $0.22).
- Mana cost {1}{R} and type line Instant help deck builders confirm the correct printing quickly.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition and finish — near-mint estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Treat this as a low-stakes master-set slot unless you are paying for gem condition or a specific finish.
FAQ
What is Sideswipe from Champions of Kamigawa?
Sideswipe is a Uncommon Instant from Champions of Kamigawa numbered 187 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Sideswipe worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.24 for ungraded Sideswipe. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Sideswipe?
Sideswipe is catalogued as Uncommon in Champions of Kamigawa. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Sideswipe legal in Commander or Standard?
Sideswipe shows format legality in modern, legacy, vintage, penny based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Should I buy Sideswipe near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $0.24. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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